The 2016 Gala Dinner & "Curtain Call" Awards Night saw a record crowd of almost 400 guests from across SA's theatre community celebrate theatre and reunite with new and old friends at a new venue – The Adelaide Convention Centre, Panorama Ballroom.

The night was hosted by the magnificently entertaining Candy Chambers, and showcased some fantastic South Australian theatre talent.

Congratulations are extended to all of the nominees for being recognised for excellence within their respective areas.

In 2016 the "Curtain Call" Awards went to:

The Richard Flynn Award
for Sustained Excellence and Contribution to Theatre in South Australia

Matt Byrne

Professional

Best Show - Comedy

The Popular Mechanicals (State Theatre Company of South Australia)

Best Show - Drama

Bitch Boxer (Someone Like U Productions)

Best Show - Musical

Cloudstreet (State Opera SA)

Best Show - Cabaret

It Was Worth the Weight (Davine Interventionz)

Best Ensemble

The Popular Mechanicals (State Theatre Company of South Australia)

Best Female Performance

Catherine McClements (The Events, State Theatre Company of South Australia, Belvoir and Malthouse Theatre)